We couldn't get a blight, Natty DreadEveryone had got something in hand except Natty DreadNatty Dread, take it or leave itTaking over, technicallyNatty Dread, never get wearyTaking over, yu take it ohFor a little while dreadTaking over, yeahNatty Dread, Jah choose and son of vision sayTaking over, for victory at lastNatty Dread, rise your rights and Black people say all nationsTaking over, yeh oh Jah, fade